2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2011 BMW X3

To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3.

Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Osee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Osee. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Osee.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Osee 2011 BMW X3
Make Citroen BMW
Model Osee X3
Year Released 2001 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1675 mm


 

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